N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The Importance of Effective Leadership in Nonprofits Effective leadership is vital for the success and sustainability of any organization – no less for nonprofit organizations. Nonprofit organizations often operate in dynamic environments where they must continuously respond to evolving needs and trends.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

They understand the unique pressures and demands of leadership positions and can provide tailored guidance to help executives develop the skills and competencies needed to succeed. Another significant benefit of board advisor coaching is the development of strategic thinking skills.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

This is where business coaching and leadership development emerges as not just a support system, but a critical investment in the future of your company. It’s a journey where coaches, with their expertise and experience, help you navigate the complexities of business decisions, strategy formulation, and personal leadership development.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

I have a different take on value chain analysis. These models (and the analysis of them) are valuable for presenting new and different ways of thinking about the business. So, value chain analysis makes a nice centerpiece to your transformation effort. Reach out to me to learn more about value chain analysis.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2024

Understanding the Role of a Chief Operating Officer A Chief Operating Officer (COO) holds a distinctive and crucial role in the corporate ecosystem. Equipped with a holistic view of the organization’s objectives and a deep understanding of its operations, a COO is often considered the key driver of operational excellence.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 23, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, I have long recognized the importance of understanding how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we lead and manage organizations. I have been encouraging my clients to embrace AI in their operations to stay competitive and drive growth.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 12, 2024

Individuals or partners develop a plan and iterate as new information arises. Models are developed, scrutinized, and refined. Some fail for a host of strategic or operational shortcomings addressed in any decent business school course. Develop living plans that are regularly updated.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 24, 2019

After some lengthy interviews with each director and extensive desk research on the business finances, operations, and history, I introduced the notion to them last week that their business was grounded, barely standing still, and as far from a legacy company as they might get. Lack the courage or willingness to make ‘limited choices’.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2024

Identifying Growth-Stage Leadership to Drive Innovation in Life Sciences Effective executive search partners play a pivotal role in identifying, attracting, and assessing the leadership best aligned to drive growth and innovation, all the more important in highly dynamic industries like life sciences.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 16, 2023

Their expertise can span various domains, including strategic planning, leadership development, marketing strategies, and overall business growth. Are you aiming to enhance leadership skills, develop a marketing strategy, or improve overall business operations?

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Lead from Within

APRIL 26, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I advise my clients on various aspects of leadership, and one topic that has been gaining increasing importance in today’s rapidly evolving business is the role of ethics in artificial intelligence (AI). Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 12, 2024

Encourage employees to develop AI-related skills and stay updated with the latest technological advancements. Use data-driven decision-making to guide your strategic choices and optimize business operations. Nurture Emotional Intelligence: While AI excels in data analysis, human interactions still require emotional intelligence.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 25, 2024

By working closely with an executive coach, entrepreneurs gain access to knowledge and experience that can prove instrumental in their growth and development. Unlike corporate executives operating within established structures, the entrepreneur often finds themself navigating uncharted territory.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 15, 2020

Have you thought through your target operating model? Have you shared your thinking and had constructive feedback that stimulated better analysis and solutions? It is about developing a sound leadership and management practice that will serve you well for a lifetime. Have you envisaged any significant change?

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 20, 2020

Journaling can be one of the easiest, least expensive, and most effective parts of your personal leadership development. Most effective because your journal can be the centerpiece of your leadership development. Plus, a good journaling habit makes all the other parts of leadership development work better.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

They monitor the customer journey through data analysis and AI to align the customer experience with revenue generation. Rather, it calls for thoroughly considering traits such as business acumen, leadership qualities, and a deep understanding of revenue operation mechanics.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 9, 2012

I’ve recently had the opportunity to help design a brand-new open-enrollment Woman’s Leadership Development Program to be offered through the University of New Hampshire’s Executive Development Program. Here are 10 Elements of a Great Woman’s Leadership Development Program: 1. Be Ready with a solid business case.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 1, 2024

Ignoring these advancements may leave your organization struggling to keep up with competitors who harness the power of AI to enhance their operations, customer experiences, and overall competitiveness. Leaders should proactively explore how AI can augment their operations, leading to more efficient processes and improved outcomes.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 25, 2020

He opened the dialogue, saying he and his leadership team had put a lot of thought into where they want to take their bank, and the vision they committed to was to deliver top decile ROE, ROA and topline revenue growth: a quintessential example of focusing on effect, not cause. Which customers did we focus on?

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Power of Tailored Solutions for Professional Growth – Coaching or Consulting Tailored leadership solutions are the bedrock of professional growth. These solutions consider the leader’s strengths and areas for development, creating a personalized approach that fosters continuous improvement and drives professional growth.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Simply put, I believe that entrepreneurial is a mindset—a way of thinking—and leadership is a way of acting. Entrepreneurial leadership, then, describes the way such a leader behaves. As founding dean and professor at the Yale school of management, he taught a course on entrepreneurial leadership.

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Mike Cardus

APRIL 24, 2022

Leadership does not exist in a vacuum; others observe it while a person is leading, found while experienced within a particular context. Leadership connects to the actions and practices needed to resolve a challenge or make progress. ’ Science provides order through systemic analysis and assessments. .’

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Regular board evaluations and leadership assessments provide valuable insights into the board’s dynamics, functioning, and overall effectiveness. By conducting these assessments regularly, organizations can gain a deeper understanding of their board’s capabilities and identify areas for development and improvement.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 23, 2024

Coaching is a collaborative process focused on individual development and improvement. Identifying Organizational Needs: Assessing Challenges and Goals Assessing the challenges and goals of an organization is a critical first step in providing effective leadership advisory and executive coaching solutions.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

What has become more clear about our business and the way we operate this year? What parts of our operating model worked well during the height of disruption? What parts showed the biggest gaps or development opportunities? It’s safe to say 2020 was a low-tide environment.

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 11, 2021

That there remains a gender gap in leadership roles is sadly still undeniable, despite efforts and legislation designed to improve matters in recent years. “This can only exacerbate the slow progress of women moving more fully into senior leadership roles—something that organizations and society must be fully attentive to correcting.”

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Mike Cardus

DECEMBER 12, 2012

NOISE analysis is that format. NOISE Analysis. Working with companies and developing strategic plans everyone seems to feel that the default method is a SWOT analysis strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats. While drawing the NOISE analysis chart explain what would be useful information in each area.

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Mike Cardus

OCTOBER 16, 2020

I was pleased when a local manufacturing Human Resources manager called me and asked for some Supervisor Leadership Development face to face. Situation: The plant brought on a new Operations Manager and the need for managerial-leadership skill development is recognized. Coaching and Performance Feedback.

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Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Working with a team of 5 Executive Directors from a company that employs ~2000 people we identified a gap in the Managerial Leadership Training , Mentoring and coaching of employees prior to being promoted to a Manager Level within the company. Dimension Time Cost Operator. The DTC Operator can work to release Psychological Inertia.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In an increasingly digitized world, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of business operations, revolutionizing efficiencies and capabilities across industries, However, its incorporation presents an evolving ethical landscape that leaders must navigate diligently. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MAY 19, 2016

Guest post from Bill Bartlett : What is your position on professional development? The top 20 percenters gain developmental insight from numerous sources, however, I find there are three primary categories of executive development: outside experience, training, and coaching. Simply developing them, however, is not enough.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 14, 2018

Maintaining our social infrastructure also requires know-how, because we must develop ground rules that make our social practices sustainable. They require careful analysis, not gut feeling or simplistic platitudes. Gioia supported Ford’s decision at the time, based on a plausible cost-benefit analysis.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

It takes time to develop trust, learn to collaborate, and understand each other’s thinking styles and behavior patterns. They use an effective leadership style to direct, engage, and empower team members. Some basic operating rules related to communications include: One person speaks at a time. Avoid analysis paralysis.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Leading executive search firms operate in very specific ways to find top leaders who can take a company to its desired future state. While executive search firms have been around for decades, there’s been a recent, revolutionary shift in the ways executive search firms operate. How do executive search firms work?

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The Practical Leader

MAY 1, 2024

“The 85/15 Rule” emerged from decades of root cause analysis of service/quality breakdowns. Data and Process Analysis — The macro process (often large, visual, multiple step) maps are analyzed for “hot spots” such as loops, delays, rework, miscommunication, and breakdowns.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

They have a deep understanding of the intricacies of nonprofit leadership and are equipped to navigate the complex landscape of mission-driven organizations. This consultation is the foundation for developing a customized search strategy tailored to the nonprofit’s requirements.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Understanding the Importance of an Executive Director in an Organization’s Success An organization’s success can be influenced by the strategic leadership and guidance provided by its executive director. This individual plays a pivotal role in shaping the vision, mission, and overall direction of the organization.

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